Dr. Thomas Merle Johnson D.D.S.

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• How Are Hemorrhoids Diagnosed?

  Hemorrhoids are caused when the veins in the rectum situated just above the anus get blocked due to external pressure. This causes obstructions in the blood flow and leads to swelling of the veins. Hemorrhoids are classified as internal hemorrhoids which are within the anal canal and external...

• Probiotics May Not Relieve Constipation in Children

  According to a new study published in the journal, Pediatrics, probiotics may not improve constipation in children more than any other dairy product that does not contain probiotics. This is different from the effect of probiotics in adults where it is supposed to give good relief from...

• Sweet Potato Nutrition

  A sweet potato is an underground tuber which grows on the roots of a certain plant that is scientifically known as Ipomoea batatas. Sweet potatoes are very rich in beta-carotene, which is important in raising vitamin A levels in the blood. Sweet potatoes are nutritious, high fiber foods that have a...

• Everything You Need to Know About an Appendectomy

  An appendectomy is a surgical procedure that involves the complete removal of the appendix. It is a common procedure that is performed to correct or treat appendicitis, which is a condition that is characterized by appendix inflammation. To understand what an appendectomy is, we will first briefly...

• Syphilis: How Does It Affect Men and Women?

  Syphilis is a sexually transmitted disease that affects both men and women. The most common locations for the chancre to appear are in the penis, vagina, anus, and even in the oral cavity. There is not much difference in men and women as far as symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments are concerned....

• The Link Between Rheumatoid Arthritis and Gum Disease

  Many diseases interact with rheumatoid arthritis, causing concern for patients and their families. Common diseases that have high comorbidity rates with rheumatoid arthritis are other autoimmune disorders. Lupus is an example of a disorder that might be correlated. Other diseases frequently...